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Baltic Dry Index Sets All-Time Record Lows

Posted on February 9, 2015 by gerold

Reading time: 372 words, 2 pages, 1 to 2 minutes. I follow the Baltic Dry Index of global freight rates because it is a reliable leading economic indicator (forecasting the future). Shippers are unlikely to book cargo space if they … Continue reading →

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Baltic Dry Index Collapse – Dec. 2014

Posted on December 9, 2014 by gerold

Reading time: 214 words, 1 page, 1 minute. Long time readers know I use the Baltic Dry Index of dry goods shipping rates as a barometer to gauge global economies because it is an excellent leading indicator. The chart below … Continue reading →

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